Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

Location: Alpharetta, GA (Flexible Hybrid Schedule)

Compensation: $120,000–$150,000 Base Salary + 15% Bonus

Industry: Global Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a growing, global manufacturing organization seeking a Financial

Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to join its corporate accounting team during an exciting period of growth and transformation.

This is a highly visible opportunity to play a key role in the company's preparation for an anticipated initial public offering (IPO), including its confidential S-1 filing, while gaining exposure to financial reporting, technical accounting, and corporate consolidations.

The position offers a unique combination of technical accounting, SEC reporting, and hands-on financial close responsibilities, with the flexibility to shape the role around the selected candidate's strengths and long-term career interests.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• IPO Exposure: Play an integral role in preparing for an anticipated S-1 filing and the transition to public-company reporting.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to develop into a specialized SEC Reporting/Technical Accounting role or focus more heavily on corporate consolidations.
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: Typically two days onsite per week, with occasional flexibility for fewer onsite days and up to three days as business needs require.
• Leadership Exposure: Work directly with senior accounting leadership on high-impact reporting and technical accounting initiatives.
• Competitive Compensation: Base salary of $120K–$140K, with flexibility up to $150K for exceptional candidates, plus a 15% bonus.
• Work-Life Balance: Approximately 45 hours per week during normal operations, with additional hours around reporting deadlines and IPO-related filings.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & SEC Readiness

• Support the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Assist with the company's IPO readiness initiatives, including preparation for its confidential S-1 registration statement.
• Participate in the development of SEC reporting processes, controls, and documentation.
• Support future Form 10-K and Form 10-Q reporting requirements following the company's transition to public-company reporting.
• Collaborate with accounting leadership and external auditors to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Utilize financial reporting platforms such as Workiva, ActiveDisclosure, or similar applications.

Technical Accounting

• Research, interpret, and apply complex U.S. GAAP accounting guidance.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and supporting documentation for significant accounting matters.
• Assist leadership in evaluating accounting implications of business transactions and organizational changes.
• Support the development and implementation of accounting policies, reporting procedures, and process improvements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to address financial reporting and accounting matters.

Corporate Accounting & Consolidations

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Support consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities and business units.
• Prepare and review consolidation entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Collaborate with corporate accounting leadership to improve consolidation processes and reporting accuracy.
• Gain exposure to OneStream or similar financial consolidation systems.
• Support special projects related to financial reporting, systems enhancements, and accounting transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, financial reporting, or technical accounting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and reporting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across accounting and finance teams.
• Willingness to support both financial reporting and consolidations responsibilities.

Preferred

• Experience with SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, or S-1.
• Public accounting experience, particularly within audit or accounting advisory.
• Experience with IPO readiness or public-company reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with Workiva, ActiveDisclosure, or comparable financial reporting platforms.
• Experience with OneStream or other financial consolidation systems.
• Experience in manufacturing, multinational, or complex multi-entity organizations.
• Background in technical accounting research and financial statement disclosures.

Candidate Profile

We are open to strong Senior Accountants, experienced public accounting Seniors, and current Managers who possess a solid technical accounting foundation and are interested in expanding their responsibilities.

Prior SEC reporting experience is highly desirable but not required for candidates with exceptional accounting fundamentals, strong technical capabilities, and the ability to learn quickly.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Hybrid: Generally two days per week onsite in Alpharetta, GA.
• Flexibility: Some weeks may require minimal onsite presence, while occasional business needs may require three days onsite.
• Typical Workweek: Approximately 45 hours.
• Peak Reporting Periods: Approximately 50–55 hours during critical deadlines, with potentially longer hours surrounding the anticipated S-1 filing.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000–$140,000, with flexibility up to $150,000 for exceptional candidates.
• Annual Bonus: 15% target.
• Career Advancement: Opportunity to specialize in SEC reporting and technical accounting or expand into corporate consolidations and financial reporting leadership.
• Professional Development: Direct involvement in IPO readiness, public-company reporting infrastructure, and complex corporate accounting initiatives.

Why Consider This Role?

This opportunity is ideal for a CPA looking to take the next step in their career while gaining valuable IPO and SEC reporting experience within a growing global organization.

Whether your background is in public accounting, technical accounting, corporate reporting, or consolidations, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact, work closely with experienced leadership, and help build the financial reporting infrastructure of a future public company.